Pakistan, June 19 -- Hollywood action star Tom Cruise is set to receive an honorary Oscar award at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences' upcoming annual Governors Awards.

Hollywood actor Debbie Allen and production designer Wynn Thomas are joining him in receiving the honorary awards. Legendary musician Dolly Parton will receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.

The four Oscar statuettes will be presented during the 16th Annual Governors Awards, set for November 16 at the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Ovation Hollywood. "Tom Cruise's incredible commitment to our filmmaking community, to the theatrical experience, and to the stunts community has inspired us all," said Janet Yang, Academy President.

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